Memories

RASCAL LIVES IN PHOENIX AZ, WITH MY FRIEND WENDY. SHE HAS 3 GOLDENS FROM GOLDMINERS.

THEY ARE ALL TRAINED AS THERAPY DOG OR AAT DOG, RASCAL GOES TO SCHOOL AND THE KIDS WRITE STORIES ABOUT HIM.
HE IS THE MASCOT FOR PCH’S ANNUAL GOLF TOURAMENT IS “SWING FOR KIDS”.IT IS RUN BY A 13 YR OLD BOY NAMED MICHAEL.THIS YEAR HE RAISED $52,000 FOR THE THERAPY PROGRAM.
HIS DAD IS ROOSTER WHICH IS CAIN’S BROTHER, IS HAPPY JUST LAYING ON THE COUCH AND SWIMMING AT WENDY’S HOME,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,

REST IN PEACE MISTER RASCAL
DIED CHRISTMAS MORNING DEC 25,2015
PLAY WITH ALL YOUR BROTHERS IN HEAVEN N HELP THE YOUNG ONES LIKE YOU DID FOR 13 YEARS
HUGS GRANDMA
XXOO

THE GOLDEN BRIDGE(WHERE THE GOLDENS GO) IN HEAVEN

Oh where did all the year’s go ?
When you were so furry and so small
A bundle of love from Heaven
When first we said “Hello” ~

And then the Journey did begin
From puppyhood to rings :
You worked so hard my precious dog
And brought home all the ribbon things

We traveled, loved, and played,
our bond growing deeper, day by day:
We walked, and ran, and sang a song
With me you knew, you would always stay ~

Oh the Journey that we shared
Will forever live.
Deeply embedded in my heart
My dog that always give’s

I love your goofy smile,
As we shared our days away
You and me my dog,
Together ! We went all the way ~

You were there to hold my tear’s
My laughter and my woe’s
You were always there
But ! Soon it’s time to let you go=20

You lay upon my feet right now=20
But, tomorrow another day,
Will it be then, my dear Lord ?
Oh No! that is what I pray ~

But, for you my dog, I know
I must somehow find the strength
To keep my promise to you
Remember ? we put that in the bank ~

And so, when that tomorrow comes
And we share our last hug and kiss
May you know now, my beloved dog:
How much you will be missed ~

I will set your spirit free
and you will soar upon the skies
To meet my family gone from Earth
You know, we never say “Good Bye”

And ” Tomorrow” will come too soon
When I must let you go
With tears, sadness and sigh’s
To that special place God only knows,

I know you will always be with me
Because we never say “GoodBye”
As I touch the chamber’s of my heart
I will hear you sigh ~

SO, to you my ” Beloved Dog”
we will never be apart
because you will always live
deeply in the chambers of my heart ~

Author, Sue Crandell

Beauby Jimmy Stewart

He never came to me when I would call Unless I had a tennis ball, Or he felt like it, But mostly he didn’t come at all. When he was young He never learned to heel Or sit or stay, He did things his way. Discipline was not his bag But when you were with him things sure didn’t drag. He’d dig up a rosebush just to spite me, And when I’d grab him, he’d turn and bite me. He bit lots of folks from day to day, The delivery boy was his favorite prey. The gas man wouldn’t read our meter, He said we owned a real man-eater. He set the house on fire But the story’s long to tell. Suffice it to say that he survived And the house survived as well. On the evening walks, and Gloria took him, He was always first out the door. The Old One and I brought up the rear Because our bones were sore. He would charge up the street with Mom hanging on, What a beautiful pair they were! And if it was still light and the tourists were out, They created a bit of a stir. But every once in a while, he would stop in his tracks And with a frown on his face look around. It was just to make sure that the Old One was there And would follow him where he was bound. We are early-to-bedders at our house– I guess I’m the first to retire. And as I’d leave the room he’d look at me And get up from his place by the fire. He knew where the tennis balls were upstairs, And I’d give him one for a while. He would push it under the bed with his nose And I’d fish it out with a smile. And before very long He’d tire of the ball And be asleep in his corner In no time at all. And there were nights when I’d feel him Climb upon our bed And lie between us, And I’d pat his head. And there were nights when I’d feel this stare And I’d wake up and he’d be sitting there And I reach out my hand and stroke his hair. And sometimes I’d feel him sigh and I think I know the reason why. He would wake up at night And he would have this fear Of the dark, of life, of lots of things, And he’d be glad to have me near. And now he’s dead. And there are nights when I think I feel him Climb upon our bed and lie between us, And I pat his head. And there are nights when I think I feel that stare And I reach out my hand to stroke his hair, But he’s not there. Oh, how I wish that wasn’t so, I’ll always love a dog named Beau.

GOLDENBEAR’S WIND BENEATH MY WINGS

SNOTTI AKA BREEZE

WE MISS YOU SO MUCH

GOLDMINER HARTS OF THE WEST ( MISS KITTY)

MY KITTY KAT

SCARLET LIVED WITH RHONDA MEYER IN ARIZONA, SHE LOVED TO PLAY WITH HER KIDS, THEY SURE DO MISS HER

GOLDMINERS MISS SARA

DEAR FRIEND JOEL N MISS SARA

Dogs, lives are short, too short, but you know that going in. You know the pain is coming, you’re going to lose a dog, and there’s going to be great anguish, so you live fully in the moment with her, never fail to share her joy or delight in her innocence, because you can’t support the illusion that a dog can be your lifelong companion. There’s such beauty in the hard honesty of that, in accepting and giving love while always aware that it comes with an unbearable price. ”― Dean Koontz

MISS DIAMOND

Until We Meet in Heaven

“Our Diamond was a surprise 10th birthday present for our son, David. We arrived at Sharon’s house in Hartsville, SC and David still did not know why we were there. She led him out to her backyard and when he saw all those puppies pouncing around, tears started streaming down his face. Diamond was perfect for David, we all just sensed that she was his even though there were lots of choices. The joy and love of having Diamond in our family for 10 years cannot be put into words. We honored her with a cross made out of tennis balls because she likes nothing better than fetching tennis balls out of the pool. She could get 2 in her mouth at once! Yes, she will always be in our “hearts”, but we spelled it “Harts” on her grave stone because she was born in Hartsville. Thank you Sharon for a dog like none other.”

OWNED BY SHARON HOPKINS TEXAS( NOT MY DIAMOND)

GOLDMINER FULL SPEED AHEAD

MISS YOU MISS SALLY LOVE YOU TOO

WE LOST OUR MISS SALLY ON APRIL 14, MY EYES ARE FULL OF TEARS WRITTING THIS ” OH MISS SALLY YOU LEFT ME TO SOON”.I MISS YOUR HUGS N FUNNY THINGS YOU DID.
WE WILL NEVER HAVE A GOLDEN LIKE YOU ” SOMEDAY I WILL SEE YOU AGAIN” MY MISS SALLY.
I stood by your bed last night, I came to have a peep.
I could see that you were crying, You found it hard to sleep.
I whined to you softly as you brushed away a tear,
“It’s me, I haven’t left you, I’m well, I’m fine, I’m here.”

I was close to you at breakfast, I watched you pour the tea,
You were thinking of the many times, your hands reached down to me.
I was with you at the shops today, Your arms were getting sore.
I longed to take your parcels, I wish I could do more.
You looked so very tired, and sank into a chair.
I tried so hard to let you know, that I was standing there.
It’s possible for me, to be so near you everyday.Treat me kindly, my beloved master, for no heart in all the world is more grateful for kindness than the loving heart of me. Do not break my spirit with a stick, for though I should lick your hand between the blows, your patience and understanding will more quickly teach me the things you would have me do.
Speak to me often, for your voice is the world’s sweetest music, as you must know by the fierce wagging of my tail when your footstep falls upon my waiting ear.
When it is cold and wet, please take me inside, for I am now a domesticated animal, no longer used to bitter elements. And I ask no greater glory than the privilege of sitting at your feet beside the hearth.
Though had you no home, I would rather follow you through ice and snow than rest upon the softest pillow in the warmest home in all the land, for you are my god and I am your devoted worshipper.
Keep my pan filled with fresh water for although I should not reproach you were it dry, I cannot tell you when I suffer thirst. Feed me clean food, that I might stay well, to romp and play and do your bidding, to walk by your side, and stand ready, willing and able to protect you with my life should your life be in danger.
And, beloved master, should the great master see fit to deprive me of my health or sight, do not turn me away from you. Rather hold me gently in your arms as skilled hands grant me the merciful boon of eternal rest — and I will leave you knowing with the last breath I drew, my fate was ever safest in your hands.”

GOLDMINERS GONE WITH THE WIND 6/2/2006 TO 6/7/2010

OUR PRETTY SCARLET

MISS YOU SO MUCH , YOUR HUGS

WE LOST OUR DEAR SCARLET ON JUNE 7,2010 FROM A SPINAL INJURY, IT CAME UPON US ALL OF A SUDDEN, WE DO NOT KNOW WHAT HAPPENED,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,?
WE MISS YOU SO MUCH “MY DEAR SCARLET”
WE HAD YOU FOR 4 YEARS N GONE WITH THE WIND WE LOST YOU……………………
I MISS YOUR HUGS YOU GAVE ME VERY MORNING N EVERY EVENING
GOOD NITE MISS SCARLET N SWEET DREAMS” I LOVE YOU SO”

MEMORIES

ANNIE IS A DAUGHTER FROM BRAT,MY FOUNDATION GIRL

I WAS VERY LUCKY TO MEET TOM N ALBERTA IN ARIZONA,THEY LOVED BOTH ANNIE AND KATHIE,
AND THEY MISS THEM BOTH VERY MUCH…………………..
KATHIE IS GOLDMINER SOUTHERN COMFORT DAUGHTER

CodyCody is a 7-year-old Golden Retriever who runs on INXS in San Diego, CA (Region 16). Cody earned her ONYX in 2006, where it is said her handler, the late Bill Geen, was “preening like a proud Papa”. She is currently the #14 Golden Retriever in NAFA, a

WHAT A GREAT DOG, SHE IS WAS REST IN PEACE CODY

GOLDMINERS

CH. GOLDENBEAR’S INKY DINK
DINKY WAS A VERY SPECIAL FEMALE GOLDEN, SHE HAD MOVEMENT TO DIE FOR

WHOPPI LIVED IN CAVE CREEK IN ARIZONA “HONEY BUNCH”

THIS IS A LETTER FROM GOD, WHEN A LITTLE GIRL WROTE TO HIM AFTER HER DOG DIED AT THE AGE OF 14, GIRL WAS 4 YRS OLD. FOUND IT ON FBOOK.

Dear Meredith,

Abbey arrived safely in heaven. Having the picture was a big help and I recognized her right away.

Abbey isn’t sick anymore. Her spirit is here with me just like it stays in your heart. Abbey loved being your dog. Since we don’t need our bodies in heaven, I don’t have any pockets to keep your picture in so I am sending it back to you in this little book for you to keep and have something to remember Abbey by.

Thank you for the beautiful letter and thank your mother for helping you write it and sending it to me. What a wonderful mother you have. I picked her especially for you. I send my blessings every day and remember that I love you very much. By the way, I’m easy to find. I am wherever there is love.

GOLDMINERS

IN HER SHORT TIME OF LIFE SHE GAVE HER HEART TO ROGER AND HIS DEAR WIFE
” THANK YOU MELODY”

GOLDMINERS

STETSON AND MY DEAR FRIEND PAM FROM PHOENIX

CH.GOLDENBEAR’S NATIONAL COWBOY “JESSE JAMES”

JESSE’S DAD IS COWBOY (UPPER RIGHT CORNER)

GOLDMINERS

DAPHINE

CH.GOLDMINER’S LOST DUTCHMAN CD .TDX.CGC

MY FRIEND ARLENE BLOUCH OWNED DUTCH, SHE MADE HIM A VERY SPECIAL GOLDEN, HE WAS MY FIRST CHAMPION GOLDEN.
WE ALL MISS DUTCH,HUGS FROM HIS KIDS THAT HE MADE WITH GOLDENBEAR’S WIND BENEATH MY WINGS AKA SNOTTI

GOLDMINERS SPENCER NH DIED AGE OF 13 1/2

PIC ABOVE NICKNAME SNOTTI ,GRANDAUGHTERS FAVORITE GOLDEN

BLAZE

BLAZE WAS LUCKY TO HAVE ROB N TINA AND I WAS SO HAPPY TO HAVE THEM ALL IN THE GOLDMINER FAMILY.
YES I WILL MISS MY CHRISTMAS CARDS FROM THEM,BLAZE HAD SUCH A GREAT LIFE WITH THE HARTER’S
WE ALL MISS

IT IS SO HARD TO LET GO MISTER JESSIE

I wanted to thank you for giving us Jessie. Jessie has been our best friend for 12 1/2yrs, He was the most gently, loyaly, loving dog anyone could have. He became very ill two weeks ago and we had to say good bye to him yesterday. Our home will be full of wonderful memories of him. We will miss him very much. Thank you again,
MISTER JESSIE IS A HALF BROTHER TO CH DALANE’S RAZIN CAINE ON ROUTE SIXTY SIX.
HIS mom is GOLDENBEARS FOREVER YOU N dad is GOLDMINERS MISTER JORDON.

SAM WAS 13 YEARS OLD, WHEN HE WENT TO THE GOLDEN BRIDGE

SAM WAS LOVED BY HIS FAMILY N MISS HIM VERY MUCH

When you were living in Arizona we adopted Sam, a puppy by Brat and Wildfire’s Attorney At Law, from you. Sadly, we had to put him down last week . I just wanted to let you know that he was the best of friends and companions!

Sincerely,
Wanda Kupersmith

MEMORIES

SADI DIED WHEN SHE WAS 14 YRS OLD

SADIE WAS MISS VICTORIA CAMPING BUDDY,”GOLDMINERS SEDONA SUNRISE”

“Never miss a chance to share laughs with those you love. . .

Life will give you enough time to share tears.”

” Dogs are real. So is the invisible part of us that, when we die, goes to a meadow this side of Rainbow Bridge and waits for those we love. When you come to us, we wag and dance and kiss-and cross the bridge with you to What Comes Next.” ~Trixie Koontz

MEMORIES

GOLDMINERS CODY

CODY , DASH N ANNIE WAS VERY SPECIAL GOLDENS
REST IN PEACE
THEY BOTH DIED AGES BETWEEN 10 & 12

CodyCody is a 7-year-old Golden Retriever who runs on INXS in San Diego, CA (Region 16). Cody earned her ONYX in 2006, where it is said her handler, the late Bill Geen, was “preening like a proud Papa”. She is currently the #14 Golden Retriever in NAFA, a

GOLDMINERS CHASE THE SURF

BREEZE & SCOOBYDOO DAUGHTER

GOLDMINER DASH LIVED WITH JONNIE IN PAYSON AZ A VERY SPECIAL GIRL

I’m Still Here

Friend, please don’t mourn for me,
I’m still here, though you don’t see.
I’m right by your side each night and day,
And within your heart I long to stay.

My body is gone but I’m always near,
I’m everything you feel, see or hear.
My spirit is free, but I’ll never depart,
As long as you keep me alive in your heart.

I’ll never wander out of your sight.
I’m the brightest star on a summer night.
I’ll never be beyond your reach.
I’m the warm moist sand when you’re at the beach.

GOLDMINERS OUR MISS PEARL

10/22/2008 TO 2015

PEARL WAS A VERY GIRL.MOM OF MANY PRETTY GOLDENS
OUR RUBY,SAVANNAH & CHEYENNES MOM
SHE RETIRED & LIVED IN NEW HAMPSHIRE
SHE DIES FROM ADVANCED LYME DISEASE & LEPTOSPIROSIS ( WHEN THEY BECOME INFECTED WHEN THEY COME INTO DIRECT CONTACT WITH THIS CONTAMINATED WATER OR SOIL )
SHE WAS 7 YEARS OLD
SHE WAS VERY SPECIAL TO ME “OUR MISS PEARL”

,GOLDMINERS SPORTY BOY LIVED WITH MY DAUGHTER N HER FAMILY IN TN,HER HUSBAND PAT N THEIR KIDS MISS GOOD OLD SPORTY GREATLEY

SPORTY BOY LIVED WITH MY DAUGHTERS FAMILY IN TN,
WE MISS YOU

WE LOST A VERY SPECIAL GOLDEN CHRISTMAS DAY 2016

SO PROUD OF WENDY N RASCAL R.I.P.

December 28, 2015 at 7:08pm ·
As many of you know my oldest Golden, Rascal, has been doing Therapy work for the last 12 years in a variety of settings. He was an amazing dog who rarely had a bad day. In 2013, he was diagnosed with Cancer and Valley Fever and went on to beat the odds and survive both.
On Christmas Eve morning, I lost Rascal after his heart finally gave out at 13 years 1 day. Just like Rascal, always being the perfect dog, he did not make me decide but quietly died while I had him at the Vet’s. The same day we found out Rascal was awarded the Animal Care and Control’s Service to the Community HERO award for 2015. Unfortunately, he must be alive to receive the award. The folks at Animal Care and Control were wonderful and immediately proposed that they give the award to Diva and include that it was originally for Rascal and the wonderful work he did.
Many of you trained with or worked with Rascal on various projects. Thank you so much for being a part of Rascal’s life. I can’t imagine my life without him but it’s a comfort knowing all the people who will remember him and share his story as well.

REST IN PEACE RASCAL
HELP THE YOUNG ONES IN HEAVEN AS YOU DID ON EARTH PAST 12 YEARS
LOV GMA XXX000
SHARON

GOLDMINERS OUR SOUTHERN COMFORT

SCOOBYDOO MISS YOU PEARLS GRANDPA

LOVE YOU SCOOBY MISS YOU TOO

WE LOST OUR SCOOBYDOO ON OCT 15, HE WOULD OF BEEN 10 NOV 2012. MISS YOU XXX00

You’re giving me a special gift,
So sorrowfully endowed,
And through these last few cherished days,
Your courage makes me proud.
But really, love is knowing
When your best friend is in pain,
And understanding earthly acts
Will only be in vain.
So looking deep into your eyes,
Beyond, into your soul,
I see in you the magic, that will
Once more make me whole.
The strength that you possess,
Is why I look to you today,
To do this thing that must be done,
For it’s the only way.
That strength is why I’ve followed you,
And chose you as my friend,
And why I’ve loved you all these years…
My partner till the end.
Please, understand just what this gift
You’re giving, means to me,
It gives me back the strength I’ve lost,
And all my dignity.
You take a stand on my behalf,
For that is what friends do.
And know that what you do is right,
For I believe it too.
So one last time, I breathe your scent,
And through your hand I feel,
The courage that’s within you,
To now grant me this appeal.
Cut the leash that holds me here,
Dear friend, and let me run,
Once more a strong and steady dog,
My pain and struggle done.
And don’t despair my passing,
For I won’t be far away,
Forever here, within your heart,
And memory I’ll stay.
I’ll be there watching over you,
Your ever faithful friend,
And in your memories I’ll run,
… a young dog once again.

author unknown

WE MISS YOU GOLDMINERS MISTER REGGIE

HIS NICKNAME AT BIRTH WAS SPOT,HE WAS SPECIAL HE HAD A BLACK SPOT UNDER HIS CHIN

“A good dog never dies, he always stays,
he walks besides you on crisp autumn days
when frost is on the fields and winter’s drawing near,
his head within our hand in his old way.”
– Anonymous

What we have once enjoyed
we can never lose;
All that we love deeply,
becomes a part of us.
-Helen Keller

GOLDENBEARS NATIONAL OUTLAW CALL NAME JESSEE JAMES

I WAS LUCKY TO GET HIME FROM MY DEAR FRIEND CINDY “GOLDENBEARS”
HE WAS TRULY A GEM,HE WOULD SIT ON A TABLE OR CRATE & SHAKE HANDS WITH YOU

JOYCE WITH MISS LUCY

I stood by your bed last night, I came to have a peep.
I could see that you were crying, You found it hard to sleep.
I whined to you softly as you brushed away a tear,
“It’s me, I haven’t left you, I’m well, I’m fine, I’m here.”

I was close to you at breakfast, I watched you pour the tea,
You were thinking of the many times, your hands reached down to me.
I was with you at the shops today, Your arms were getting sore.
I longed to take your parcels, I wish I could do more.

I was with you at my grave today, You tend it with such care.
I want to re-assure you, that I’m not lying there.
I walked with you towards the house, as you fumbled for your key.
I gently put my paw on you, I smiled and said ” it’s me.”

You looked so very tired, and sank into a chair.
I tried so hard to let you know, that I was standing there.
It’s possible for me, to be so near you everyday.
To say to you with certainty, “I never went away.”
You sat there very quietly, then smiled, I think you knew…
In the stillness of that evening, I was very close to you.

GOLDMINERS SWEET LIBERTY

I wanted to tell you our sweet Libby passed away a couple of days ago. She was about 12 1/2 years old.

Missing You
I stood by your bed last night, I came to have a peep.
I could see that you were crying. You found it hard to sleep.

I whined to you softly as you brushed away a tear,
“It’s me, I haven’t left you, I’m well, I’m fine, I’m here.”

I was close to you at breakfast, I watched you pour the tea,
You were thinking of the many times your hands reached down to me.

I was with you at the shops today. Your arms were getting sore.
I longed to take your parcels, I wish I could do more.

I was with you at my grave today, You tend it with such care.
I want to re-assure you, that I’m not lying there.

I walked with you towards the house, as you fumbled for your key.
I gently put my paw on you, I smiled and said “It’s me.”

You looked so very tired, and sank into a chair.
I tried so hard to let you know, that I was standing there.

It’s possible for me to be so near you everyday.
To say to you with certainty, “I never went away.”

You sat there very quietly, then smiled, I think you knew…
in the stillness of that evening, I was very close to you.

The day is over… I smile and watch you yawning
and say “Good-night, God bless, I’ll see you in the morning.”

And when the time is right for you to cross the brief divide,
I’ll rush across to greet you and we’ll stand, side by side.

I have so many things to show you, there is so much for you to see.
Be patient, live your journey out… then come home to be with me.

– Colleen Fitzsimmons

WE MISS YOU MISS MANDY

OWNED BY MIKE N MARTISA THEY LIVE PHX AZ

We went to the park, we went to the Windmill Inns of America (pet friendly hotel), we went to kindergartens where she loved teaching the kids about pet care, we went on walks, we even went to the bank when she was little and in her crate. She loved Royal Palm park and Granada Park. We went to see friends. She even went to church with us.

BEAR

BEAR WAS A GREAT DOG

SAW THIS ON A GREETING CARD, SO I WANTED TO PASS IT ON……….

He had a great smile that would crinkle his eyes, and oh that “Happy Ass” that I
love to call it. The tail that never stopped being happy and knocking
everything off of the coffee tables.
Jay and his wife Holly Natoli from Arizona miss him greatly

WE MISS YOU BRITTA

RIP MISS SANDI

GOLDMINERS MISS BRITTA DIED ON 12/18/2009.ANDREA MISSES HER VERY MUCH,
SHE WAS HER BEST FRIEND. LOVED TO SWIM N HIKE WITH HER.
BRITTA’S MOM WAS GOLDENBEARS WIND BENEATH MY WINGS (BREEZE)
LOOKED SO MUCH LIKE HER MOM BREEZE.
NOW THEY ARE TOGETHER AT THE GOLDEN BRIDGE…………………….